Visited this location May 2025 and holy moly, WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD! I used to get the cookies that I could bake from the frozen food section from my local Whole Foods here in Venice but now that this location is here, this could be very dangerous! Ordering to receiving my cookies was very quick and the employees were nice. If you're in the area, I'd say this place is a MUST TRY. But as a local, I know I'll be back to enjoy with some milk. yummmm! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

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I love Levain. I first tried them in New York City. Now we have a few locations in la, I went to the one in Venice. I got the limited lemon cookie with white chocolate chips. It was so good. The service was good and fast. The inside is super cute. Looking forward to coming back to try other cookie flavors and the other pastries. read more

Levain Bakery - Lemon Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

The chocolate chip walnut cookie is DELICIOUS!! The walnut sticky bun was also amazing, and the lemonade iced tea was super refreshing. Very friendly service and such a cute little shop. It is definitely on the smaller side with limited seating, so you might end up standing outside enjoying your treats haha, but honestly, it's worth it! read more

so happy they opened a levain on the Westside now. these cookies originated from NYC and this is their second location in California, the first being Larchmont. this is a newer location in comparison to Larchmont. they're known for their large, thick, tall cookies. the must haves are the chocolate chip walnut, caramel coconut chocolate chip, and the Venice exclusive cookie black & white chocolate chip. the lemon cookie is seasonal, I thought it was okay and not as special as the others. also had a sticky bun here and it was yummy. don't be afraid if the line is long, it goes by fast. parking in Venice is tricky, I parked in a paid lot and walked around Venice in general. saw some reviews comparing the cookies here to Larchmont, personally I did not taste a difference. if you've never tried their cookies, try once in your life. they're thick, gooey, and you might need a glass of milk with it. so worth read more

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Perfect indulgent treat! Would recommend over Crumble any day of the week. The entire family was satisfied and to see little eyes get big knowing we typically don't consume many sugary items this was well worth it! Would absolutely visit again. read more

We enjoyed this location and our cookies so much that we bought twice in space of a couple hours. Service was friendly the first visit. We felt welcomed. Warm smiles and warm cookies. The second visit, grumpy. read more

Don't be intimidated by the long lines. It goes by fast. My favorite is their chocolate chip cookies. I first had the original location in New York and was so excited to hear one was opening in Venice. It's still delicious but maybe not as great as I remember. Overall one of the best chocolate chip cookies you can have. Parking is street parking if you can find it or structure parking nearby. read more

The bread is very good, but this location always seems understaffed -- the same person making the bread also comes out to serve customers, etc. so it's kind of long wait . read more

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So excited this bakery landed in Los Angeles! I came on a weekend morning and there was virtually minimal wait. I got two of their famous cookies, which were so dense, but divinely decadent. I also tried the chocolate brioche which was super rich as well. They do well other pastry items that I will have to try in the future! A huge perk is that they validate parking with a QR code you scan in the store. There's also some seating indoors as well. I am excited to come back!! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

The cookies are delicious. The staff were great as well. There was a bit of a line but the guy at the register provided great service so it went by quickly. read more

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Having visited multiple locations in NYC I was excited to try the newest addition in Venice-- it definitely lives up to the hype! The line wasn't terribly long around early evening on a weekday and it moved pretty fast. The space is on the smaller side so it can get quite crowded, but there is some seating available indoors as well. The staff is super friendly and they will warm up your cookies upon request! I highly recommend the classic chocolate chip walnut and the oatmeal raisin, both are decadent and flavorful and just the perfect level of chewiness. read more

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I'm glad they opened a location on this side of town! The cookies are fresh and like boulders- in a good way... I definitely eat it over the course of two days (it's almost $6 each now). My only complaint is that they weren't served hot... I'm not sure if they stopped doing that but in Larchmont and NY, I got mine piping hot. read more

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The service here was very friendly and informative about all the options! Banana chocolate chip slice was good right out of the oven but kinda heavy so need to eat in 2 sittings I think. Inside is very bright and clean and smells yummy!! read more

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I have NOTHING but good things to say about this place. Firstly, as a Venice local, I won't lie and say I wasn't hesitant to see another new spot pop up. Abbot Kinney has changed so much over the years... but Levain has truly embraced and became part of the community. They donate any "old" pastries and have truly won my heart over. Iykyk. Firstly, those pastries are cherished and I have watched them make people's days. Secondly, I will ALWAYS risk a parking ticket to run in and grab a lemon loaf slice. Lol, so fresh and so delicious. Lastly - the place is adorable. I love the NY touches but still embracing being in LA. Love love love. Thank you for giving back to the Venice community and not being just another business that came in and disregarded being new read more

Are the cookies supposed to be warm? Mine was cold and it seemed a little disappointing.

So happy to have tried these. I've had them in NY and I didn't know they had come to California. I love the chocolate chip and the peanut butter cookie. The service was fast and everyone was professional. read more

Levain was so delicious! My girlfriend and i went yesterday and ordered the chocolate chip walnut, rocky road and a scoop of ube ice cream for national ice cream day. With our purchase of ice cream, we got a free Levain hat! The chocolate chip walnut cookie was my favorite. It was so gooey, warm and had the perfect amount of chocolate. The service was pretty good and quick. You can see the workers make your cookies behind the counter, which definitely adds to the experience. Can't wait to come back when I'm in the area! read more

sour cream coffee cake: it's ok. There is a unfamiliar taste to it. Maybe it's the sour cream? It's Moist. chocolate walnut cookie: good. Sweet. Crispy outer layer. Moist. Place looked clean. Staff was nice and efficient. Parking on street, garage, or alley. Open from 7am - 10pm They should add some seating in the front (inside). Maybe a long table with bar seats that cant move. That way it will add seating within aisle code. read more

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One of the best gluten free cookies I've ever had. Called ahead to inquire about the gluten free cookie. Was told there were only a few left so they put two aside for me. When I showed up there were no gluten free left so it's a good thing I called ahead. They warmed it up for me and OMG. Soooooo good. Nice crispy outside. Gooey inside. Yum. Good rival to Beverly Hills cookie. The manager was amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

Their chunky cookies are so so good! Very sweet so I'd recommend sharing! Ask them to heat it up for you too! Small indoor seating but plenty of benches outside to sit ans enjoy on. read more

Levain chocolate chip cookie with walnuts is the best in all the land! It was always my must stop in NYC but so happy it's here now too!! I love them so much I even got a T-shirt. Nicest staff. 10/10 recommend!! read more

I'm a BIG fan of chocolate chip cookies. Most places I go, I don't really care for. Crumbl & Insomnia cookies taste too doughy for me; more like a chocolate chip cookie cake. Levain is much better than both. I found a recipe for the "best chocolate chip cookies ever" and the description says it is based off of Levains chocolate chip cookies. When I came across Levain, I was excited to taste. The recipe I had tasted a little better than Levain ‍ but Levain was still very good. And, their Rocky Road cookie was even better. read more

Levain Bakery absolutely lives up to the hype. The cookies are massive, gooey in the center, slightly crisp on the outside, and downright addictive. The chocolate chip walnut is the classic go-to, but don't sleep on the dark chocolate peanut butter chip or the oatmeal raisin--they're all insanely good. The space is small and grab-and-go style, which keeps things moving even when there's a line (and there usually is). Everything feels fresh and indulgent without being overdone--just simple, high-quality baking done right. Pro tip for first timers: Get a few different flavors and warm them up at home if you're not eating them right away--they're even better that way. And if you're gifting, they travel well and come in cute packaging that makes them feel extra special. read more

Just stopped here on my way to work. Love this spot! But I love the employees even more! I met Sammy today! He's super friendly, thoughtful and kind. He made sure my order was correct, gave me suggestions, made an amazing hot chai, and just all around gives good vibes and energy. Thank you Sammy! Much appreciated read more

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The cookies are enormous--literally the size of a scone (and a somewhat similar texture too) and enough for like 4 people to share. I wish they would offer to warm up the cookie when you buy it. Overall a good dessert, but nothing crazy or life changing. read more

Levain has the best coffee on Abbot Kinney!! My coworkers and I come here every day and everyone is so nice. Highly recommend!!

I was excited to try this bakery after seeing it all over TikTok, and when I found out they opened a location in LA, I headed to the Venice Beach spot. The staff had great customer service and were super friendly. I ordered two chocolate chip cookies and an iced vanilla latte. While the latte was amazing, the cookies were a huge letdown...they had no flavor at all. With all the social media hype, I expected so much more. Unfortunately, for $15, this was not it. read more

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Levain Bakery on Venice and Abbot Kinney has quickly become my go-to spot for bread and cookies. Everything I've tried has been excellent. Bread prices are extremely reasonable for the quality, making it an easy recommendation. Cookies seem a little pricey but they are on the bigger side. read more

Tried their wonderful cookies! My son is hooked. He only wants cookies from Levain Bakery! Their hot vanilla latte is pretty good too on a rainy day! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

I loved the packaging and presentation, but the cookies were unfortunately overcooked, burned on the bottom, and overpriced for the quality. Hopefully this was just an off batch. read more

always a stop for me when I'm in LA the cookies are always good and you can re heat them at home and taste like they just came out of the oven read more

I never had the chance to try Levains in NYC, so I was very glad to hear they had a location here! I got the Caramel Coconut Chip and they gave me one fresh out of the oven. Although I love peanut butter, their Dark Chocolate PB was not good. I love how the outside is crisp while maintaining a soft, buttery interior. The cookies are definitely worth it!! The shop was nicely decorated as well. read more

Levain Bakery - Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

I'm thankful i don't live closer to Levain in venice. Parking can be a bit tricky as it's on the end of Abbott Kinney. Their dark chocolate with peanut butter and chocolate chip with walnuts is my fav, their coffee is actually amazing and reasonably priced ($3-$6) and there's a little spot in the shop to sit and eat and people watch if you can't wait till you get home to spoil your dinner. Also love that the staff is so friendly here and provides wonderful service. read more

The cookies here are so amazing we had the dark chocolate peanut butter cup & the chocolate chip walnut. Both would be a 10/10. It's super cute inside too. read more

Ordered the chocolate walnut cookie and the double chip cookie. I've had both at the Larchmont Village location and can say they definitely tasted better over there. At the Venice location, they seemed really raw in the center and just didn't hit the same. They didn't seem a fresh as I remember either. Service was ok. Three stars because I think I'll come back and give them another try, and chalk it up to them being a new location. read more

Don't need to fall in line in NY for these chunky cookies! Ambiance was insta worthy! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Venice, California

I went here last night and this was the best bakery I have ever tried. I got a black and white cookie, chocolate chip walnut cookie, and an iced latte. By far the best cookies I have had in LA. The iced latte was really good, because I love my bitter coffees and it did not disappoint. The iced latte was just right. I love the design of the cafe, inside and outside with the blue benches. The service was great and the people working were very nice as well. You can also see them making cookies through a window which is really cool. I told my parents and friends about Levain as well. Will def be coming back to this bakery. 10/10 read more

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They keep cranking so many cookies to a point that it's just sitting there. It gets dry and it's not even warm. I would definitely avoid until they solve this issue. If I am going to pay $5 for a cookie, it better be fresh. If you have gone to any of the NY locations, you would know the difference. read more

We ordered the coconut chocolate chip for take out. I might be missing something here, and I feel bad to leave a 3 start review but if you like true cookies, sweet, gooey or sweet and crispy on the outside, this is not your place. I come from New Orleans, we love our deserts, this cookie tasted like a baked muffin with hardly any sweetness or moisture. It was more like a small muffin "disguised" as a cookie. I took a bite and couldn't even try another bite. It was that disappointing. This is obviously a personal opinion from someone who loves cookies and deserts from the south. ;) if you like not-so-sweet bread-y muffins, then this "cookie" is up your alley. :) read more

There is a parking in the back but it is a one way street and it's coined or pay by phone app. The Fall Spiced Chocolate Chunk (pictured) and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip were both good. Unfortunately m, the cookies were not warmed and unsure if they would have warmed if asked as the woman at the counter didn't seem to want to ask if we wanted to eat there or take them. Once home a good pop in the microwave for 15 seconds and the cookies were warmed and delicious with a glass of milk. The inside bakery is very homely feel with the smell of baked goods. read more

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